February 2, 2012

Briggs Introduction

For me the entire introduction had something of a hidden doomsday feel to it. So often I hear people speak about print media as if the internet was a cancerous cyst that has doomed the world of journalism. I shouldn’t say doomed, rather it has changed the entire game. The world of journalism has been forced to evolve, and for me it shouldn’t be a reason to worry or despair. It is a challenge.

Doesn’t everyone like a good challenge?

In a world where it’s possible for anyone to sit at their computer and give their opinion, how do you stand out? The same way you stand out in every other avenue in life. Find a way to make it your own. Separate yourself from the crowd. These changing waters do not intimidate me, as I think I have the skills and potential to separate myself from the ever growing pool of “journalists”.

Journalism isn’t dying. It is simply being remodeled and I, as a technological person, am excited to see how the revamp comes together.